Cuties

So I know these two are cuties, but for the record, I affectionately call both of them dumb dumbs.  I mean look at those adorable, dumb faces!  HAHA! 

Cardiologist Appointment

Beren went back to the cardiologist today.  We have been concerned about his health and if the ventricular septal defect (VSD) is causing more issues because he seemed to be getting worse.  From research, I know that his VSD will develop into congestive heart failure (CHF), and I was nervous that we were already there.  Well, after some miscalculations, the results came in that Beren's heart is actually maintaining it's size and is as strong and normal as can be expected with VSD.  The VSD will eventually cause the left ventricular to become enlarged.  CHF doesn't develop until the left atrium is also enlarged.  Overall, our doctor said that Beren is actually doing fine for having VSD.  She was surprised that he doesn't eat well and has never eaten well because she said with her other heart patients, that symptom doesn't develop until they have CHF.  So while we are happy for a good report, it is concerning as to why he seems to be getting worse if it isn't due to the VSD.  In the meantime, we are going to focus on making sure that he eats better and doesn't skip meals anymore.  Our doctor gave us good tips to help with that issue, so I am hopefully that we can take manage it easily with some changes.

For reference, here are the pictures from his first visit.  He was just soo tiny then!

New Squeaky Toy

He sure does love his squeaky toys!!

Beren and his frisbee

It was perfect weather so I had to take the opportunity to relax on our deck to do some work.  Beren was insisting that I should be playing frisbee with him instead.

What's That Smell??!

Beren came in with a nasty stench about him that was nauseating so I had to take him straight to the tub for a bath.  Kira had never seen this happen and wanted to check out what was going on.  I think she was also trying to figure out where the smell was coming from.  He seriously was so stinky!  But how cute is he all wrapped up in his towels??!!

Sleepy Pair

Did I mention how lazy these two can be??!?!!  They love taking snoozes next to each other.  

Playful Pair

I seriously just love how much these two adore each other!  They are learning how to play with each other.  You see, Kira grew up around dogs and so she doesn't fear them and she wants to play with them.  Beren also grew up around our cat Penny and wanted to play with her, but she didn't want to so she would smack him and he became slightly fearful or hesitant around cats.  So, Kira is super gentle, but Beren is scared he is going to get hurt and often doesn't get too close to her.  However, I think he is finally learning that he won't get hurt.  Their interactions make me so happy!!